Three teens sought for string of violent robberies in Manhattan and the Bronx

Three teen crooks — all believed to be between the ages of 17 and 20 — are being sought for a wave of violent muggings in Manhattan and the Bronx, officials said Wednesday.

Three teen crooks are being sought for a wave of violent muggings in Manhattan and the Bronx, officials said Wednesday.

The trio of suspects all believed to be between 17 and 20 — have been linked to eight robberies in the Washington Heights and Highbridge neighborhoods on either side of the Washington Bridge since Oct. 22, police said.

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The teens usually attack their victims or brandish a knife before demanding property, according to officials. They have stolen cell phones, bicycles, jewelry, credit cards and cash.

Cops on Wednesday released surveillance video of the suspects, all described as Hispanic men. They were most recently linked to a mugging on Nov. 17, cops said.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS.